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Kia Optima

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,685 cc

LC61 VVJMOT history

LC61 VVJ is a grey diesel Kia Optima first used on 5 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 74,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LC61 VVJ grey Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
74,136 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VVJ was last recorded at 74,136 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 6,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,060 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,076 miles
Average per year
5,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,136 miles
  • 2024 – 68,060 miles
  • 2023 – 64,265 miles
  • 2022 – 61,081 miles
  • 2021 – 57,107 miles
  • 2020 – 52,943 miles
  • 2019 – 45,735 miles
  • 2018 – 40,440 miles
  • 2017 – 29,810 miles
  • 2016 – 27,514 miles
  • 2015 – 17,264 miles
  • 2014 – 9,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,136 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust heatshield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    74,136 miles
    Test number
    456454860376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,136 miles (+6,076)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,136 miles
    Test number
    140948539041
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,060 miles (+3,795)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,060 miles
    Test number
    672405732206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,265 miles
    Test number
    982855226128
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  5. Fail64,265 miles (+3,184)4 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,265 miles
    Test number
    215582511378
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  6. Pass61,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,081 miles
    Test number
    908952454196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,081 miles (+3,974)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,081 miles
    Test number
    378574251295
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass57,107 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    57,107 miles
    Test number
    652538389067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail57,105 miles (+4,162)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,105 miles
    Test number
    154513542039
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass52,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,943 miles
    Test number
    433099087700
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail52,943 miles (+7,208)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,943 miles
    Test number
    270116696042
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass45,735 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,735 miles
    Test number
    528785336984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,440 miles (+10,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,440 miles
    Test number
    583925409968
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass29,810 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    29,810 miles
    Test number
    936345804178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,514 miles (+10,250)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,514 miles
    Test number
    811647677597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,264 miles (+7,770)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    17,264 miles
    Test number
    364186064035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    9,494 miles
    Test number
    777976954300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VVJ

Does LC61 VVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VVJ is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VVJ?
The MOT on LC61 VVJ is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VVJ done?
LC61 VVJ was recorded at 74,136 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 5,903 miles a year.
Has LC61 VVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VVJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 VVJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LC61 VVJ find?
LC61 VVJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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